Alumni news archiveAlumni Latest News and ArchiveContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/newscentre.aspx?SyndicationType=22017-08-18T06:10:15ZModern challengesSimon CleavesInformation on Modern challenges2017-07-10T00:27:00Z2017-07-10T15:29:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Modern-challenges.aspxSummer schoolingSimon CleavesInformation on Summer schooling2017-07-07T15:50:00Z2017-07-10T13:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Summer-schooling.aspxAlumni Spotlight - Mandeep ThandiSimon CleavesInformation on Alumni Spotlight - Mandeep Thandi2017-05-25T10:06:00Z2017-05-25T09:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-Mandeep-Thandi.aspxStudent Spotlight - Cody KelleyJane BowerInformation on Student Spotlight - Cody Kelley2017-03-16T14:54:00Z2017-03-16T09:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Student-Spotlight-Cody-Kelley.aspxRewarding Outstanding AchievementSimon CleavesInformation on Rewarding Outstanding Achievement2017-02-28T13:13:00Z2017-02-28T12:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Rewarding-Outstanding-Achievement.aspxInvesting to make wavesSimon CleavesInformation on Investing to make waves2016-11-23T13:43:00Z2016-11-23T13:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2016/Investing-to-make-waves.aspxA very Brum engagementSimon CleavesInformation on A very Brum engagement2016-11-23T13:31:00Z2016-11-23T13:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2016/A-very-Brum-engagement.aspxBook to the Future 2016: Festival featuring top literary talent returnsSimon CleavesInformation on Book to the Future 2016: Festival featuring top literary talent returns2016-11-23T13:31:00Z2016-11-23T13:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2016/Book-to-the-Future-2016.aspxA family trend-setterSimon CleavesInformation on A family trend-setter2016-11-04T09:00:00Z2016-11-03T15:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/A-family-trend-setter.aspxMentors make a differenceSimon CleavesInformation on Mentors make a difference2016-11-04T09:00:00Z2016-11-03T15:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Mentors-make-a-difference.aspxNew app to keep students safeSimon CleavesInformation on New app to keep students safe2016-11-04T09:00:00Z2016-11-03T15:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/New-app-to-keep-students-safe.aspxUnderstanding the first year journeySimon CleavesInformation on Understanding the first year journey2016-11-04T09:00:00Z2016-11-03T15:26:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Understanding-the-first-year-journey.aspxAlumni Spotlight - James FarleyEmily NashInformation on Alumni Spotlight - James Farley2016-09-19T09:45:00Z2016-09-19T09:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Alumni-Spotlight-James-Farley.aspxThe power of work placementsSimon CleavesInformation on The power of work placements2016-05-09T07:24:00Z2016-08-19T12:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/The-power-of-work-placements.aspxThree generations at BirminghamSimon CleavesInformation on Three generations at Birmingham2016-05-09T07:15:00Z2016-08-19T12:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Three-generations-at-Birmingham.aspxOpening the right doorsSimon CleavesInformation on Opening the right doors2016-05-09T07:05:00Z2016-08-19T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Opening-the-right-doors.aspxCounselling at the Student HubInformation on Counselling at the Student Hub2015-11-30T18:20:00Z2015-12-20T09:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Counselling-at-the-Student-Hub.aspxThe choice of student societiesInformation on The choice of student societies2015-11-30T18:20:00Z2016-08-19T12:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/The-choice-of-student-societies.aspxPreparing students for a successful careerInformation on Preparing students for a successful career2015-11-30T18:05:00Z2016-08-19T12:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/Preparing-students-for-a-successful-career.aspxThe next generation at BirminghamInformation on The next generation at Birmingham2015-11-30T18:05:00Z2016-08-19T12:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/Family-Community/The-next-generation-at-Birmingham.aspxMeet students travelling to the USRebecca VowlesInformation on Meet students travelling to the US2015-10-29T10:49:00Z2015-11-03T14:30:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/MeetstudentstravellingtotheUS.aspx#UoBbackintime competitionJoanna ClarkInformation on #UoBbackintime competition2015-06-10T15:25:00Z2015-06-12T08:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/UoBbackintimecompetition.aspxShare your thank you message with fellow alumniInformation on Share your thank you message with fellow alumni2015-02-09T13:37:00Z2016-02-22T15:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2015/Share-your-thank-you-message-with-fellow-alumni.aspxFaster than the speed of railAlumni race, and beat, the London underground2014-10-03T13:21:00Z2015-12-20T10:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Racing-the-tube---and-winning!.aspxBirmingham alumnus is full of beansEntrepreneurial alumnus opens new regional hub in the city.2014-09-01T16:29:00Z2015-11-27T16:17:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Birmingham-alumnus-is-full-of-beans.aspxAlumnae Theatre Company bring it back to BirminghamAn all-female theatre group led by University of Birmingham alumnae is bringing it's latest show to Birmingham as part of a national tour and are offering Birmingham alumni a chance to see the production for free!2014-04-25T15:01:00Z2015-06-02T00:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/Alumnae-Theatre-Company-bring-it-back-to-Birmingham-with-new-production.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates the support of alumni and friendsInnovative event to thank alumni, friends, and supporters for their generous contributions to the University of Birmingham.2014-02-28T12:37:00Z2015-12-20T10:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2014/University-of-Birmingham-celebrates-the-support-of-alumni-and-friends.aspxAsk the expert live chat with Diane JobOn Friday 10th May Diane Job, Director of Library Services, discussed the University's new library in an #AskTheExpert Twitter session. Read the full transcript from the event.2013-05-21T10:28:00Z2015-06-02T05:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/05/Ask-the-expert-live-chat-with-Diane-Job.aspxCharitable donations to the University of Birmingham almost double in a year as giving to UK universities reaches record highInformation on Charitable donations to the University of Birmingham almost double in a year as giving to UK universities reaches record high2013-04-25T12:00:00Z2015-06-02T04:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/04/Charitable-donations-to-the-University-of-Birmingham-almost-double-in-a-year-as-giving-to-UK-universities-reaches-record-high-.aspxThe next chapterFinal year Political Science student Raphael Sheridan is following in the footsteps of alumnus Brian Whitaker (BA Latin, 1968) as the current editor of Redbrick, the University's student newspaper, a role Brian completed more than 40 years ago and one which catapulted him into a successful journalism career.2013-03-19T11:48:00Z2015-06-02T04:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2013/03/The-next-chapter.aspxRobot buddies enter the classroomRobots have been helping researchers at the University improve social interaction and communication with autistic children in the school classroom.2012-12-05T09:47:00Z2015-06-02T04:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/Robot-buddies-enter-the-classroom.aspxMusical memories last a lifetimeTo celebrate last month's official opening of the Bramall Music Building, we have been asking you to share your favourite musical memories with us from your time at Birmingham.2012-12-05T09:47:00Z2015-06-02T04:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/That-one-song-that-always-brings-back-memories.aspxThe Fireworks of LifeFrom aspiring Biochemist to organising the world's largest firework competition, one alumnus shares how University broadened his horizons.2012-12-04T17:01:00Z2015-06-02T00:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/December-The-Fireworks-of-Life.aspxNew music building is opened in style420 staff members, supporters and friends of the University gathered at the brand new Bramall Music Building at the end of November for a once-in-a-lifetime performance to officially open the state-of-the-art music facility.2012-12-03T21:12:00Z2015-12-20T09:54:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/12/New-music-building-is-opened-in-style.aspxAwards expand horizonsThe first recipients of a new travel bursary have been helped to access unique opportunities, thanks to a donation made in memory of an outstanding engineer.2012-09-26T10:04:00Z2015-06-02T00:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/October-Awards-expand-horizons.aspxUniversity builds country's first hydrogen powered trainA hydrogen powered locomotive, the first of its kind to run in the UK, has been developed by the University of Birmingham as part of a competition organised by the Institution of Mechanical Engineers.2012-09-25T10:29:00Z2015-06-02T00:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/10/Oct-University-builds-the-countrys-first-hydrogen-powered-train.aspxStudent development scholarship: My time in KenyaInformation on Student development scholarship: My time in Kenya2012-09-20T11:48:00Z2015-06-02T00:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/09/Student-development-scholarship-My-time-in-Kenya-.aspxExpert panel debates Olympic legacy"Will London 2012 'inspire a generation' and be the first Olympics to deliver a participatory legacy?" was the theme of an open debate at the Bramall Music Building.2012-08-07T16:13:00Z2015-06-02T00:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/08/August-Expert-Panel-Debates-Olympic-Legacy.aspxBirmingham at London 2012 - ones to watchFlying the flag for Great Britain at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games will be 10 alumni and one current student.2012-08-07T16:12:00Z2015-06-02T00:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/08/August-Birmingham-at-London-2012.aspxExclusion of Muslim sportswomen highlightedThe limited participation of Muslim sportswomen in international sport is highlighted in a new paper by Birmingham academics.2012-08-01T16:56:00Z2015-06-02T00:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/08/August-Exclusion-of-Muslim-sportswomen-highlighted.aspxOlympic MemoriesThe University has many connections with the Olympic games due to its proud sporting tradition. The gallery below shares a few of the University's many Olympic memories including the recent visit from the Jamaican track and field team in their build up to the London 2012 games.2012-08-01T16:56:00Z2015-06-02T00:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/08/August-Olympic-memories.aspxMentoring scheme successA pioneering mentoring scheme has been set up in the School of Civil Engineering to help improve students' employability. The scheme, which targets a specific school, is the first of its kind for the University and has welcomed back members of the alumni community to share their advice and expertise with our current students.2012-06-06T16:59:00Z2015-06-02T00:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Mentoring-scheme-success.aspxRolling out the red carpetThe University has a longstanding association with the Royal Family. Fresh from celebrating the Queen's Diamond Jubilee, we look back on our long line of royal visitors.2012-06-06T15:05:00Z2015-06-02T00:44:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Rolling-out-the-red-carpet.aspxGo Behind the Scenes with the University's inspirational expertsFive of the University's most inspirational experts are taking part in a competition which is offering you the chance to join in with their exciting work. For one day only, five lucky winners will go Behind the Scenes with an academic of their choice and experience firsthand some of the most exciting research taking place at the University.2012-06-06T13:59:00Z2015-06-02T00:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/06/06June-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-Universitys-inspirational-experts.aspxA hub for 21st century medicineAlumni, donors, staff and students were joined by Sir Doug Ellis, former Aston Villa Chairman, at the opening of the new £2 million Medical School Foyer and Barnes Library.2012-04-07T09:00:00Z2015-06-02T00:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/04/05Apr-21st-Century-medical-hub.aspxBroadcaster finds herself in new starring roleClinical anatomist, author and broadcaster Alice Roberts has been appointed as Professor of Public Engagement in Science at Birmingham and can be seen exploring the secrets of the Ice Age in a new BBC2 documentary.2012-04-05T08:00:00Z2015-06-02T00:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2012/04/04Apr-Uncovering-the-Ice-Age-with-Alice-Roberts.aspxNew year, new music buildingInformation on New year, new music building2011-12-13T14:53:00Z2015-06-02T00:34:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/12/New-year,-new-music-building.aspxGreat Run raises thousands for cancer researchInformation on Great Run raises thousands for cancer research2011-10-27T15:24:00Z2015-06-02T00:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/10/Great-Run-raises-thousands-for-cancer-research.aspxGlobal research talent drawn to BirminghamUniversity Birmingham Researchers2011-10-06T17:24:00Z2015-06-02T00:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/10/GlobalresearchtalentdrawntoBirmingham.aspxTop alumni to boost student career prospectsInformation on Top alumni to boost student career prospects2011-05-09T11:36:00Z2015-06-02T00:31:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/alumni/news/items/2011/05/Topalumnitobooststudentcareerprospects.aspx